In 2014, Natalie Dormer—widely known for her roles in Game of Thrones and The Hunger Games—made headlines with a bold move: she shaved half her head. The dramatic transformation wasn't a publicity stunt, but a dedicated commitment to her role as Cressida in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.
The moment was captured behind the scenes, where Natalie sat composed in the stylist’s chair. A calm determination was etched on her face as clippers buzzed through her golden locks. It wasn’t just about aesthetics—it was a full-body immersion into the world of Panem’s rebellion. The character of Cressida, a tough, visionary film director and propaganda leader for the revolution, required a radical look, and Natalie fully embraced it.
In interviews, she later explained that shaving her head was liberating. “You take the vanity out of the equation,” she said. “It allows you to be raw and powerful in a way that's hard to achieve otherwise.” The asymmetrical buzz cut quickly became iconic, symbolizing both the character’s defiance and the actress’s fearless commitment to her craft.
While fans were initially stunned by the transformation, Dormer’s confidence and grace quickly won them over. Her look became a symbol of strength and individuality—fitting for both the dystopian world of The Hunger Games and for Natalie herself, who has never been afraid to push creative boundaries.